2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
