2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 7 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, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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 745 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-250 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2761 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 | 61 L |
