2004 Ford Econoline vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 BMW 630.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econoline | 2007 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Econoline | 630 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2790 mm |
