2006 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara.

Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Navara.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 650 2011 Nissan Navara
Make BMW Nissan
Model 650 Navara
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4801 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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