2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 983 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |