2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3507 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
