2010 Ferrari California vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Ferrari California.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ferrari California. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ferrari California | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | California | X5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4562 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1308 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 93 L |
