2005 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
