2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 6 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 134 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 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Altima | 123 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
