2001 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 96 L |
