2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW Z4 2009 Nissan Armada
Make BMW Nissan
Model Z4 Armada
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 106 L


 

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