2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2006 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 144 L |