2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Altima | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |