2008 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
