2003 BMW 545 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |