2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | X-Trail | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
