2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
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 Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3507 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 339 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
