2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2933 mm |
