2009 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (476 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
