2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 4.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
