1992 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 747 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
