2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 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 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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 (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | E-Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.06:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 150 L |