2009 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
