2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z

To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 637 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z 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.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X5 2010 Nissan 370Z
Make BMW Nissan
Model X5 370Z
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3700 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2191 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4247 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1326 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 72 L


 

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