2007 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2007 BMW 116 and 2007 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 340 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 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 116 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |