2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
