2004 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 908 kg more than 2004 BMW 545.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | NV |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |