2005 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 BMW 730 and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 839 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (139 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | Almera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1136 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |