2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Five Hundred | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
