2001 BMW M vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 381 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
