2006 BMW X5 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
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 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 85 L |
