2005 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 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 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 394 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 730 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 730. 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 730 2006 Nissan Titan
Make BMW Nissan
Model 730 Titan
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 5556 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 514 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 2184 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 106 L


 

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