2000 BMW 323 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Armada (385 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
