2003 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
