2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.

Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 325 2008 Nissan Altima
Make BMW Nissan
Model 325 Altima
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 76 L


 

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