2007 BMW 650 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 650 and 2008 BMW X5 are equipped with a 4,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
