2007 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
