2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Nissan Fusion
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Nissan Fusion were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Fusion. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Nissan Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Fusion. (372 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Nissan Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1835 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
