2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 330 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 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-150 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
