2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 140 L |
