2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
