2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 848 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 2007 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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X5 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |