2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
