2008 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 335 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |