2008 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | GT-R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |