2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 and 2003 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |