2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, both vehicles can yield 475 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |
