2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2993 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |
