2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |