2006 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (300 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
