2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 BMW 545.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 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 X5 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 545 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |