2009 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 464 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.
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 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
