2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 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 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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 Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 328 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |