2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Murano | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |