2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 50 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 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Altima | 528 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |