2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |
