2005 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525.
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 Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |