2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (469 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (677 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | G | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2536 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |
