2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 43 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |