2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 630 kg more 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
