2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Armada | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |