2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |