2009 BMW 125 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 2 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 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 1566 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 125 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 144 L |
