1996 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 64 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 840 | Murano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |