2009 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M5 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |