BMW 5 series 2007 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 5 series 2004 engine produces 34 HP less power than BMW 5 series 2007, whereas torque is 40 NM less than BMW 5 series 2007. Due to the lower power, BMW 5 series 2004 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 5 series 2007 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
9 years
9 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW 6 sērija
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW 7 sērija, BMW 6 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 5 series 2004 might be a better choice in this respect.
BMW 5 sērija 2004 4.4 engine: The main problems with the N62 engine are related to malfunctions in the Valvetronic and VANOS systems. Fluctuating idle is usually caused by ignition coil failure, air leaks, MAF sensor problems or problems ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2004 4.4 engine
BMW 5 sērija 2007 4.8 engine: The primary issues with the N62 engine are related to malfunctions in the Valvetronic and VANOS systems. Fluctuating idle is usually caused by ignition coil failures, air leaks, issues with the mass airflow ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2007 4.8 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.84 m
4.84 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.49 m
1.49 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 5 series 2004 and BMW 5 series 2007 are practically the same length.
BMW 5 series 2007 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series 2004 has serious deffects in 95 percent more cases than BMW 5 series 2007, so BMW 5 series 2007 quality is probably significantly better
