2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 758 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 2170 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |