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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 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. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 693 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4759 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |
