2004 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2004 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
