2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Murano | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Murano | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |