2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 159 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Frontier | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
