2006 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2011 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Navara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |