2004 BMW X5 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. 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 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
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2004 BMW X5 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |