2005 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 520 2012 Nissan Qashqai
Make BMW Nissan
Model 520 Qashqai
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 230 km/hour 191 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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