2008 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Stagea |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |