2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 781 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Nissan Almera | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Almera | 6 series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |