2008 BMW 645 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 245 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
