2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 BMW X6

To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1449 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-250 2010 BMW X6
Make Ford BMW
Model E-250 X6
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 555 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 677 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1500 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 2415 kg
Vehicle Length 6030 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 85 L


 

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