2005 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 535 and 2009 Ford Flex are equipped with a 3,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
