2005 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 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 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 235 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 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |