2008 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 864 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
