2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 5,406 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 106 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 61 L |
