2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. 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 2012 BMW 328. 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 (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Murano | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
