2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
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2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |