1999 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 1999 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 BMW X5 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |