2009 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2930 mm |
