2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2952 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
