2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 374 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |