2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari A10. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | X5 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2636 mm |
