2005 BMW X5 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 57 L |
