2005 BMW X5 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
