2006 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 325 2007 Nissan Frontier
Make BMW Nissan
Model 325 Frontier
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 382 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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