2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saleen S7. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | X5 | S7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2692 mm |
