2009 BMW 125 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
