2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Pathfinder | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |