2002 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 951 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | X-Trail | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
