2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
