2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Terrano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.9:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |