2009 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. 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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 4.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |