2006 Nissan Note vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Note would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Note. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Note | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Note | 6 series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |