2009 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 142 L |
