2003 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2003 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
