2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Murano | 730 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
