2003 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X5 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
