2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
