2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Marcos | BMW |
| Model | TSO | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2933 mm |
