2007 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |