2009 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 328 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
