2009 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
