2009 BMW 125 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 125 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
