2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 152 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 776 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1404 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |