2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 801 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
