2005 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 776 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 520 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |