2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 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 644 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 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 | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |