2005 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 497 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 320 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
Make BMW Nissan
Model 320 Pathfinder
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 1991 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1961 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1783 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.5 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.8 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 74 L