2009 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
