2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc, 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2664 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
