2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 249 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12 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 | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |