2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | NV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
