2007 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 924 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
