2005 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 872 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
