1998 BMW 845 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 BMW 845.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 845. 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 845 | Murano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |