2005 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M6. (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |