2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-150 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
