2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
