2009 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra. 2003 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
