2007 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial

To start off, both 2007 BMW 116 and 2007 Nissan Commercial were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.

Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 116 2007 Nissan Commercial
Make BMW Nissan
Model 116 Commercial
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 3153 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 2090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 65 L


 

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