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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). 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 | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
