2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Murano | 730 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
