2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 955 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |