2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |