2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 57 L |
