2005 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. 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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
