2006 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |
