2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |