1999 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. 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 5 Series (407 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | X-Trail | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
