2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 510 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
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 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Patrol | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 70 L |