2008 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 391 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
