2009 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
