2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |