2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Maxima | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |