2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 320 | Terrano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 21.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |