2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |