2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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 421 kg more than 2013 BMW X5 M.
Because 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-350 | X5 M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1764 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |