1995 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 274 kg more than 1995 BMW 525.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
