2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (395 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
