2006 BMW 645 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3260 mm |
