2009 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |