2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |