2005 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 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 |
