2004 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2004 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |