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. Both 2008 BMW X5 and 2009 BMW X5 are equipped with a 4,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 475 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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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 | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |