2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 135 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
