2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |
