2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 320. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
