2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 734 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hummer H2. (495 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hummer H2. 2005 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X5 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 121 L |
