1995 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera, 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Almera | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
