2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
