2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1046 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | NV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
