2005 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2005 BMW 316 and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 316.

Because 2005 BMW 316 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 2005 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 316 2005 Nissan Almera
Make BMW Nissan
Model 316 Almera
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 2183 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 200 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 62 L