2007 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
