2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 561 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sentra | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
