2008 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 523 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
