2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier

To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 and 2007 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 328 2007 Nissan Frontier
Make BMW Nissan
Model 328 Frontier
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 230 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats


 

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