2008 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 869 kg more than 2008 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
