2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
