2012 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |