2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 8 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
