1995 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 79 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
