2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1177 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
