2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Primera | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
