2006 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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, 2006 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
