2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford E-150 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-150 | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |