2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 474 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2934 mm |
