2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 677 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |