2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Econoline | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
