2007 BMW X5 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 300 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
