2009 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Econovan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |