2006 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, both 2006 BMW 523 and 2006 Nissan Titan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, 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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 523 | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5556 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |