2006 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Commercial has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Commercial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3153 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
