2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 325 (237 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
