2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-150 | 135 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |