2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
