2008 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
