2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |