2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
