2006 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1995 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 800. 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
