2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 144 L |