2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
