2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |