2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Murano | 520 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
