2001 BMW X5 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
