2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 337 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 106 L |