2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Xterra | 545 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
