2013 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2013 BMW X5 and 2013 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 BMW X5 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2197 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |
