2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Marcos TSO were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | X5 | TSO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
