2006 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup

To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 BMW 740.

Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 740 2005 Nissan Pickup
Make BMW Nissan
Model 740 Pickup
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 172 HP
Torque 390 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 2122 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 80 L


 

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