2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Kuga | 128 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
