2005 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 225 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
