2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |