2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1221 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |