2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
