2007 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 545 (450 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (318 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
