2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody

To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 325 (237 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 325 2005 Nissan Hardbody
Make BMW Nissan
Model 325 Hardbody
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 209 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1285 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 84 L


 

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