2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2011 BMW 740.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-150 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
