2009 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |