2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Silvia 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:
| 2000 Nissan Silvia | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Silvia | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
