2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 70 kg more 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |