2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 531 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Frontier | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |