2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 136 L |
