2005 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima

To start off, both 2005 BMW 745 and 2005 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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 745 (450 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 745 2005 Nissan Altima
Make BMW Nissan
Model 745 Altima
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 244 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1361 kg
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 76 L


 

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