2005 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
