2004 Nissan Pickup vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pickup. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pickup | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Pickup | 528 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2968 mm |