2005 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |