2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |