2010 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford E-350 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-350 | 535 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |