2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 801 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
