2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Maxima and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima, 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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Maxima | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Maxima | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |