2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
