2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Ford Bantam 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 BMW X5 (350 HP) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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 Ford Bantam. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Bantam 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 Ford Bantam | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Bantam |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 476 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |