1999 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
