2009 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1372 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
