2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |