2008 BMW X5 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
