2007 BMW 116 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 991 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 116 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
