2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Altima | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
