2007 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Steyr G-series. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Steyr G-series.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | X5 | G-series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
