2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 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), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 521 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
