2006 BMW 550 vs. 2003 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2003 BMW 545 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 545 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |