2005 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |