2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
