2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-250 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
