2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 231 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 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Transit Connect | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
