2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |
