2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
