2008 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2008 BMW 528 and 2008 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 528 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |