1998 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Terrano II | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Terrano II | X5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |