2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 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 189 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Armada | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
