2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
