2008 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup

To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2005 Nissan Pickup
Make BMW Nissan
Model 325 Pickup
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 234 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2122 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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