2003 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 771 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
