2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 905 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
