2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 992 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
