2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 BMW 630

To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 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 47 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-150 2008 BMW 630
Make Ford BMW
Model F-150 630
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 5690 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3520 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 70 L


 

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