2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Navara. 2009 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
