2005 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
