2008 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Kubang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Kubang would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Kubang. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Kubang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2003 Maserati Kubang | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X5 | Kubang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
