1999 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
