2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
