2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Econovan | 125 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |