2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-150 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |