2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |