2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |