1999 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Stagea |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |