2005 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |
