2010 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 335 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |