2004 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
Because 2004 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350, 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
