2009 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 523 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
