2007 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
