2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
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 Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |