2004 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Armada |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |