2009 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 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 | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |