1998 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 637 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Navara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |