2009 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 787 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |