2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 368 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Flex |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |