2003 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |
