2009 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. 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 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
