2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 863 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-350 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-350 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |