2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. 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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X5 | F430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |