2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 2 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3870 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
