2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |