2001 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |