2005 BMW X5 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | X6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 85 L |