2006 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 BMW 545.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
