2005 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 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 154 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Navara. 2010 Nissan Navara 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. 2010 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
