2006 BMW 130 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150.
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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
