2009 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |
