2004 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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 Sentra, 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 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |