2009 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 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 46 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 791 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |