2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 477 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
