2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
