2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
