2008 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
