2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
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 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |