1999 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 221 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
