2005 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 2005 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 630 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 630 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
