2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-350 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
