2004 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
