2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
