2004 BMW 320 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
