2008 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 328 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |