2006 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3954 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
