2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2008 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 144 L |
