2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Fiesta | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fiesta | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |