2009 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 740 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |