2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
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2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |