2008 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2012 Nissan Patrol 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. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
