2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
