2001 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
