2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | X5 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 110 L |
