2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Frontier | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |