2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
