2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
