2003 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 520 | Altima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |