2009 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Note 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 295 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Note |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
