2009 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 745 (700 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 745 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
