2008 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 535 (407 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
