2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |