2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-250. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 115 L |