2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520. 2009 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Xterra | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Xterra | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |