2005 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 728 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
