1995 BMW 528 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 528 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
