2008 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
