2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Frontier | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
