2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5. 2009 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Maxima | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Maxima | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |