2005 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 517 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
