2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 523 | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |