2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-350 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-350 | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |