2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
