2002 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 2002 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
