2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | 350Z | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
