2008 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2002 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
