2001 Nissan Moco vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Moco | 525 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |
