2004 BMW 545 vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | X6 M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
