2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |