2008 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
