2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
