2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Frontier | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |