2001 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 997 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW M3 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |