2007 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 441 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X5 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
