2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Altima | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
