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 36 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (269 HP @ 4400 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. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 569 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (571 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |