2000 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 281 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2000 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:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 281 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 | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
