2004 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
