2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Five Hundred | 116 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |