2004 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | NV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
