2007 BMW 130 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2007 BMW 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
