2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |