2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex 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 Flex | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
