2001 BMW M vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 67 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 106 L |