2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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 Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Maxima | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
