2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Titan | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2285 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 93 L |
