2004 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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 Sentra (244 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 120 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |