2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Maxima | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
