2008 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 745 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
