2009 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 508 kg more than 2009 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
