2009 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
