2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |