2009 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 363 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
