2010 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
