2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |
