2007 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 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 (480 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
