2004 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
Because 2004 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
