2004 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 7 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
