2005 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 150 L |
