2009 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1260 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.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |