2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2012 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-250 | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |