2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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, 2009 Nissan Versa, 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
