2007 BMW 116 vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2000 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |
