2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 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 Z4. 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 (334 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Altima | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
