2011 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 BMW X5 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |