2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
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 Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
