2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. 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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
