2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-250 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
