2005 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |