2009 BMW X6 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
