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.

Compare all specifications:

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


 

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