2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart Brabus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart Brabus would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Smart Brabus. 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 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | X5 | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
