2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 BMW 328 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 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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 Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2005 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Maxima | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
