2006 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 651 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |