2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
