2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |