2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | M5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
