2009 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
