2001 Nissan MM vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | MM | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
