2007 BMW X5 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
