2009 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
