2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 256 kg more than 1999 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Hardbody | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |
