2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |