2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (521 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 521 Nm | 330 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |