2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Ford GT

To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Ford GT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.

Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2009 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW X6 2009 Ford GT
Make BMW Ford
Model X6 GT
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4395 cc 5409 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 610 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 105.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 305 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2265 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 66 L


 

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