2009 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
