2004 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2004 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
