2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
