2007 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Serena. (403 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
