2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
