2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima, 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 Maxima (342 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
