2005 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 1 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
