1996 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
