2003 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
