2006 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3510 mm |
