2005 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 335 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |