2009 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |