2008 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 328 | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |