2003 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2003 BMW 525. (184 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 525. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 525 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |
