2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 Nissan Primera 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 78 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |