2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
