2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
