2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 515 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |