2001 BMW X5 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 9 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
