2007 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Nissan President. 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 1998 Nissan President. 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 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |