2000 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 201 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
