2008 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Econovan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |