2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Primera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |