2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
