2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | Vision |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
