2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Frontier | 630 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
