2005 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano. 2009 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
