2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 884 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 144 L |
