2007 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
