1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 611 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | 125 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
