2001 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 334 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
