2007 BMW 320 vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
