2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
