2009 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 136 L |
