2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 762 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Micra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |