2007 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X5 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
