2001 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 793 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
