2008 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 626 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
