2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 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 3,001 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 325 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make BMW Nissan
Model 325 Qashqai
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 215 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 15.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 191 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 65 L


 

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