2000 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3990 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
Because 2000 BMW 323 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
