2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Xterra | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
