2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |