2007 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 723 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5408 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 | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 132 L |
