2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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 2009 Nissan Altima. 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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
