2005 BMW 545 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
