2001 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 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.
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2001 BMW M3 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |