2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5611 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2192 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1991 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3378 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
