2004 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2001 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Almera, 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
