2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |