1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Pickup | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Pickup | 525 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |