2005 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
