2012 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 486 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Murano | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Murano | 118 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
