2006 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 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 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 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 325. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
