2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
