2001 BMW Compact vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 614 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Compact | F-250 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 144 L |