New 06 4.8 vs 4.4.

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Originally Posted by wheeze

i have an 2005 4.8. go with the 4.8. the ride is superb, you can drive it in the city or on the open road for miles without any problems

my '06 4.8is drives a little rough epspecially in the city, and when I pull into my garage, which is 15 feet above street level, the car likes to stall and catch itself, so its a toss up, the 4.8 is very high-sprung and your gas bill will show it, after buying it, I realized I don't need the power or really even want the power because I have been on the verge of getting so many tickets with it. If you get the 4.4i with the sport package and 19" wheels, it's basically a 4.8 and your insurance and gas will be a little cheaper. It's up to you though, if the power is worth it to you, then don't hessitate to get the 4.8. (Also remember that the ML63 AMG will be out in 9-12 mnths - and there is no possible way a X5 will be able to keep up with it)