2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Titan | 328 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |