2004 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
