2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Livina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 880 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
