2009 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 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 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 650 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | E-Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.38:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |