2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |