2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Frontier | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
