2009 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
