2001 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. 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 78 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 711 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
