2007 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
