2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |