2005 Ford F-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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 25 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
