2007 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
