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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (189 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 628 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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM). 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 | 4009 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
