2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup

To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Nissan Pickup were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 BMW 525.

Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 525 2004 Nissan Pickup
Make BMW Nissan
Model 525 Pickup
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2960 mm