BMW 5 series 2005 and BMW 5 series 2007 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. BMW 5 series 2005 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.0
11.0
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
630 km in combined cycle
630 km in combined cycle
850 km on highway
930 km on highway
510 km with real consumption
520 km with real consumption
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
460'000 km
480'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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 2005 might be a better choice in this respect.
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 2005 and BMW 5 series 2007 are practically the same length.