2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 528 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |