2006 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5409 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |