2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Frontier | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
