2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW X5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3490 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |