2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2010 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Altima | 123 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |