2005 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5474 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 | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 114 L |
