2007 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | X5 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
