2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 BMW X5.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 85 L |
