2008 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 523 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |