2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 132 L |
