2009 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Grand Livina would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 607 kg more than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Grand Livina | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Grand Livina | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |