2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |