2005 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 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 219 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |