2009 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (372 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
