2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Nissan 370Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 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 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
