2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 96 L |