2007 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |