2009 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
