2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 BMW 535
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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 535 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 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 535. 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2007 BMW 535 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Armada | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |