2009 BMW 545 vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |