1994 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
