2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Murano | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |