2006 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |