2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |
