2007 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |