2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 887 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (447 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2934 mm |
