2004 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 BMW 745.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 745 | E-Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 474 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 250 L |