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 |
