2006 BMW 545 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, both 2006 BMW 545 and 2006 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2978 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
