2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2005 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
