2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |