2005 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 BMW 320 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 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
