2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3510 mm |
