2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Nissan Maxima 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 107 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima. 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 Maxima. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 293 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |