2003 BMW X5 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 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 94 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 338 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
