1998 BMW 323 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 11 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 485 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2009 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
