2002 BMW 735 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2002 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 735 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
