2005 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 816 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
