2009 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
