2003 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 101 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |