2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
