2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 92 L |
