2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Ford E-150

To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150.

Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW X5 2009 Ford E-150
Make BMW Ford
Model X5 E-150
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 4604 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
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 2060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 132 L


 

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