2005 BMW X5 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 240 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |