2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2005 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Econovan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |