1998 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 527 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
