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 54 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
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 | 2981 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |