2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 998 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Murano | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |