2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 485 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Frontier | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Frontier | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |