2008 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 577 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
