2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |