2009 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 621 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
