2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
