2003 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM. 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 (400 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | MM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 106 L |
