2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |