2004 BMW 535 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 BMW 535.
Because 2004 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
