2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Convertible | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
