2009 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 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) has 220 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 949 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 M5 (520 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
