2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
