2005 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |
